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JULY - KING OF GEMS

JULY - KING OF GEMS

For thousands of years, the Ruby has been considered one of the most valuable gemstones on Earth. It has everything a precious stone should have: magnificent colour, excellent hardness and outstanding brilliance. In addition to that, it is an extremely rare gemstone, especially in its finer qualities.
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AUGUST - PERFECT PERIDOTS

AUGUST - PERFECT PERIDOTS

Peridot gemstones have been used for centuries by healers to increase confidence and assertiveness, balanced by patience and clarity of thought. Ruled by the planet Mercury, it is often used in treating depression and anger. 
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NOVEMBER - CHILLY BUT SUNNY

NOVEMBER - CHILLY BUT SUNNY

Before the 20th century, all gems in the brown, orange, and yellow colour range were called topaz. Modern gemology was only recognized as a science in the 1930s. Today we know that topaz and brown quartz are actually two different gemstones. Citrine  is less likely to be confused with Topaz today, but it does happen. 
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ANAITA THAKKAR - ON MOMPRENEUR

ANAITA THAKKAR - ON MOMPRENEUR

It’s pretty clear when you first meet Anaita Thakkar from the stunning jewellery brand Lustre, that she absolutely loves what she does. And why wouldn’t she?  Anaita’s passion in working with gemstones shines through in her work and we managed to pin her down for a few minutes for a quick chat
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OCTOBER - TWICE AS NICE

OCTOBER - TWICE AS NICE

Through the ages referred to as, ‘The tears of Zeus”, and believed by the Bedouins to be filled with Lightning, the kaleidoscopic play of colour trapped within Opals has made them a source of fascination for centuries.

Most modern references suggest it is adapted from the Sanskrit word "Upala” which literally translates to the word “jewel”. The argument for the Sanskrit origin is strong. The term first appears in Roman references around 250 BC, at a time when the opal was valued above all other gems. The word itself has two meanings, one is related to "seeing" and forms the basis of the English words like "opaque"; the other is "other" as in "alias" and "alter". It is claimed that opalus combined these uses, meaning "to see a change in colour".

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JUNE - YOUR BIRTHSTONES ARE...

JUNE - YOUR BIRTHSTONES ARE...

June is one of the few months, that counts 3 gemstones as its birthstone. For a...
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THE GIRL'S GUIDE TO GEM CUTTING

THE GIRL'S GUIDE TO GEM CUTTING

Lapidary, the art of working or cutting in stone, only applies to working with small ge...
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APRIL - DAZZLING DIAMONDS

APRIL - DAZZLING DIAMONDS

  Symbolic of eternal love, and thought to be one of the hardest substances on the glob...
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MARCH - ALLURING AQUAMARINE

MARCH - ALLURING AQUAMARINE

Nearly all Aquamarines on the market have been heat treated to enhance the colour. In meeting with the consumer preference for aquamarines in deep blue, the stones are heated near 800 degrees Fahrenheit, which causes the blue colour to emerge and the yellow/green tones to disappear. As a gemstone, they work equally beautifully set in silver or gold. Many aquamarine stones are virtually free of inclusions and their lustre is vitreous or glass-like.
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WHY YOU SHOULD BE SHOPPING LOCAL......AS WELL!

WHY YOU SHOULD BE SHOPPING LOCAL......AS WELL!

From Bestseller, to the latest gadgets, and sometimes even groceries, there is no denyi...
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ANAITA THAKKAR - FEATURED ON CONNECTED WOMEN

ANAITA THAKKAR - FEATURED ON CONNECTED WOMEN

Running your own business is challenging, but never boring. And that fits me just fine. I could never be the person that works regular hours, and sees the same people around me every single day. That would be soul destroying.

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WHY YOU SHOULD BE SHOPPING ONLINE

WHY YOU SHOULD BE SHOPPING ONLINE

When a piece of jewellery is displayed in a shop, show booth, or even at a private even...
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LUSTRE - FEATURES ON CHANGMOH

LUSTRE - FEATURES ON CHANGMOH

Read more on the Changmoh Blog HERE
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LABRADORITE - FROZEN FIRE!

LABRADORITE - FROZEN FIRE!

It is referenced in legends by the Innuit tribe whose folklore claims that Labradorite fell from the frozen fire of the Aurora Borealis - now how can you not love a stone with magic like that? 
With  it's quiet beauty it's often easy to overlook labradorite especially when compared to the more obvious charms  of Opals or Amethysts but have another look at that piece of jewellery,  let it catch the light and watch the iridescence take your breath away. 
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